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Living root bridges and the wettest place on Earth
Meghalaya, the Abode of Clouds, is northeast India's hidden gem offering living root bridges, crystal-clear rivers, dramatic waterfalls, and unexplored caves. A truly offbeat group adventure destination.
Best Time
October to May
Budget
₹8,000–₹15,000 per person for 5–7 days
Currency
INR (₹)
Language
Khasi, Garo, English, Hindi
Ideal For
Top Highlights in Meghalaya
Double Decker Living Root Bridge
Dawki River
Nohkalikai Falls
Mawlynnong (cleanest village)
Elephant Falls
Laitlum Canyon
Sample Meghalaya Group Itinerary
A suggested day-by-day plan. Use WanderWith to customize this itinerary with your group.
Arrive in Shillong
- •Reach Shillong via Guwahati
- •Explore Police Bazaar
- •Visit Elephant Falls
- •Evening at Ward's Lake
Cherrapunji
- •Drive to Cherrapunji (2 hours)
- •Nohkalikai Falls viewpoint
- •Seven Sisters Falls
- •Mawsmai Cave exploration
Living Root Bridge Trek
- •Trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge (3,500 steps)
- •Swim in natural pools
- •Trek back up
- •Rest and recover
Dawki & Mawlynnong
- •Drive to Dawki (clear river boat ride)
- •Visit Mawlynnong (cleanest village in Asia)
- •Sky Walk tree viewpoint
- •Return to Shillong
Laitlum & Departure
- •Morning at Laitlum Canyon
- •Souvenir shopping
- •Depart via Guwahati
Meghalaya Budget Breakdown
| Category | Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | ₹500–₹2,000/night |
| Food | ₹150–₹400/meal |
| Transport | ₹1,000–₹2,000/day (shared car) |
| Activities | ₹100–₹500 |
Estimated budget: ₹8,000–₹15,000 per person for 5–7 days
Travel Tips for Meghalaya
The Living Root Bridge trek has 3,500 steps — ensure your group is moderately fit
Carry rain gear year-round — Meghalaya gets unexpected rainfall
Dawki River is clearest from October to March — plan accordingly
Try Jadoh (Khasi rice and pork), Tungrymbai (fermented soybean), and local tea
Use WanderWith to organize the trek logistics and share packing lists
Meghalaya Travel FAQ
Is Meghalaya safe for group travel?
Very safe. Meghalaya is one of India's cleanest and most welcoming states. People are friendly, and tourist infrastructure is improving rapidly.
How do I reach Meghalaya?
Fly to Guwahati (Assam) and drive to Shillong (2.5 hours). There's also a Shillong airport with limited flights.
Is the Living Root Bridge trek difficult?
It's moderately challenging — about 3,500 steps each way. A reasonable fitness level is needed. Most groups complete it in 3–4 hours round trip.
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